H. Leslie Grebe
__hlgrebe@district287.org__
612-355-5810
Class website: secaphysics.wikispaces.com


College Prep Physics:

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Tutorial/Newton-s-Laws
  • You can make up Quick Writes by looking here:
    • Name
    • Date
    • Question
    • 2+ complete sentences of what YOU THINK (not stuff from the internet)

Quarter #2: Work, Power, Energy, Momentum, Heat

CPP Homework:


Due 12/12
Write a MATH word problem of your own using Power = Work / time and then solve it. (Pay attention to units)

Due 12/2
Pick one and explain how that energy is connected to the sun:
Wind (windmills turbines)
Hydroelectric (water over a dam)
Ethanol (Like gasoline, but made from corn)
Fossil Fuels (Gas, oil, coal,...)

Due 11/22
Describe your own example from everyday life of energy changing from what initial form to what next (or final) form

Due 11/17
Write a MATH word problem of your own using W = F*d and then solve it. (Pay attention to units)

Quarter #1: Forces and Newton's Laws

Due 10/27
Create and answer an example problem using acceleration = (change in velocity) / (change in time)

Due 10/19 - Acceleration worksheet
(in file folder)

Due 10/12 - Note sheet for test
One piece of paper (can write on both sides) of notes to use while taking Q1 Test #1. Must be in your handwriting.

Due 10/6 - Calculating Speed
(in file folder)

Due 9/30 - Inertia and Mass Worksheet
(in file folder)

Due 9/28 - Word Search and Sentences (in file folder)
A) Write at least 4 sentences based on our class notes, using the words to be found in the word search
B) (extra credit) Find the words in the word search

Due 9/21 - Net Force Problem
A) Define Force and Net Force
B) Create and answer your own example net force problem (like the piano pushing ones we practiced in class)

Due 9/15 - Scientific Method:
- Use the internet to find and list the steps of the scientific method. (Tell your source)
- For each step, write a word or phrase that summarizes what that step means (everyone’s will be different).



Syllabus


Instructor Introduction:
Hi, I’m Leslie and this is my second year teaching at SECA. I love teaching physics with all the hands-on stuff we get to do. Before coming to this school, I developed a physics class for White Bear Lake Alternative and I am eager to get to know and help all of you this year!

Course Description:
This is a course on the concepts and relationships in physics. Besides learning more about how the universe works, students will practice analytical thinking skills that apply to everyday life. We will do hands-on activities often and sharpen some math skills used to express how things are connected to each other.

Topics Covered:
* Forces
* Electricity
* Motion
* Magnetism
* Work and Power
* Waves
* Momentum and Inertia
* Sound
* Energy and Heat
* Light

Grade Distribution:
Grading Scale:
Classwork, “Daily 3”:50%
100 - 90%A
Tests / Projects:40%
89.9 - 80%B
Participation10%
79.9 - 70%C

69.9 - 60%D

< 60%No Credit

Participation Expectations:
  • In class (on time, physically and mentally, participating until the end of period)
  • On task (head up, working / participating, not distracting or disrupting others)

At SECA, we are RHR
We are
Respectful
Honest
Responsible
Beginning/End of Class
- Help get / keep learning time (minimize disruption or distraction)
- Code switch to classroom mode
- Honor the bells
- Gather or put away supplies
- Keep our room clean orderly
Lab time
- Gather and return supplies, clean up
- Doing only the activities planned
- Everyone is responsible for keeping everything safe
Teacher Led or Whole Group Instruction
- Give your attention to the speaker
* PEDs & headphones away
* End side conversations
- Contribute to your ability
- Monitor your learning
* Need notes?
* Asking questions / for help
Small Group / Independent Work
- Make class first priority
* One-ear quiet music
- Have your brain turned on, contribute
- Advocate for your learning
Missing work / contracts
Find appropriate time to discuss progress with me
Be realistic about what you can and will get done
Use schoolview on your own to assess your progress

Minnesota Standards:
  • 9P.2.2.1: Forces and inertia determine the motion of objects.
  • 9P.2.2.2: When objects change their motion or interact with other objects in the absence of frictional forces, the total amount of mechanical energy remains constant.
  • 9P.2.3.1: Sound waves are generated from mechanical oscillations of objects and travel through a medium.
  • 9P.2.3.2: Electrons respond to electric fields and voltages by moving through electrical circuits and this motion generates magnetic fields.
  • 9P.2.3.3: Magnetic and electric fields interact to produce electromagnetic waves.
  • 9P.2.3.4: Heat energy is transferred between objects or regions that are at different temperatures by the processes of convection, conduction, and radiation.

MOST IMPORTANTLY:
Your fellow students are here working consistently toward the goal of learning physics to get credit. Respect is fundamental to helping everyone achieve that goal.

???INACTIVE as of Fall 2016Students use in-class folders to make-up work, few ever used website
Past School Years